{"id":12706,"date":"2025-09-09T15:57:46","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T15:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/africanfootmark.com\/?page_id=12706"},"modified":"2025-09-13T09:36:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T09:36:48","slug":"9-days-midrange-uganda-classic-safari","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/africanfootmark.com\/index.php\/9-days-midrange-uganda-classic-safari\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Days Midrange Uganda Classic Safari"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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9 Days Midrange Uganda Classic Safari<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Step into Uganda\u2019s soul-stirring wilderness with this 9-day midrange adventure, combining primate encounters, savannah safaris, and scenic beauty. Designed for comfort and authentic experiences, this journey highlights Uganda\u2019s top national parks: Kibale for chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth for lions and boat cruises, and Bwindi for an unforgettable gorilla trek. This itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking immersive wildlife experiences, guided by passionate local experts, with handpicked lodges offering warm hospitality, great food, and beautiful surroundings.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe<\/b><\/p>

Your Ugandan adventure begins with arrival at Entebbe International Airport. A representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in a quiet, green suburb of Entebbe. Enjoy a relaxing evening and prepare for the days ahead.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: 2 Friends Beach Hotel or Papyrus Guesthouse<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Dinner<\/p>

Day 2: Drive to Kibale Forest<\/b><\/p>

After breakfast, depart by 4×4 safari vehicle through beautiful countryside to Fort Portal, the cultural heartland of western Uganda. Continue to Kibale Forest, home to 13 species of primates. Arrive at your lodge in time for an evening nature walk or relaxation.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Turaco Treetops or Isunga Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Swamp Walk<\/b><\/p>

Early morning, head into Kibale National Park for chimpanzee tracking. With an expert guide, walk through lush rainforest to locate and observe these intelligent primates up close. In the afternoon, take a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, rich in birds and monkeys.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Turaco Treetops or Isunga Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park<\/b><\/p>

Today\u2019s drive takes you south past crater lakes to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Settle into your lodge near the northern sector of the park. In the late afternoon, enjoy a short game drive to spot elephants, warthogs, and antelope species.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge or Enganzi Game Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 5: Game Drive & Boat Safari<\/b><\/p>

Start your day with a sunrise game drive in the Kasenyi plains\u2014prime lion and leopard territory. After lunch, embark on a two-hour boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its concentration of hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, and waterbirds.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge or Enganzi Game Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 6: Ishasha Sector to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest<\/b><\/p>

After breakfast, head to the southern Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions. With luck, you\u2019ll spot them lounging in fig trees. Continue through remote landscapes to the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Settle in for the night amid misty hills.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Gorilla Mist Camp or Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi<\/b><\/p>

Today is the highlight\u2014gorilla trekking. After a briefing, you\u2019ll hike through the dense forest to track a gorilla family. The trek can be challenging but rewarding, and spending an hour with these gentle giants is an emotional and life-changing experience. Return to the lodge for a hot shower and well-deserved rest.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Gorilla Mist Camp or Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi \u2013 The Lake of a Thousand Islands<\/b><\/p>

Depart Bwindi and travel to Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful lakes in Africa. Spend the afternoon canoeing, swimming, or simply enjoying the view from your hilltop lodge. The lake is bilharzia-free and safe for swimming.<\/p>

Accommodation<\/b><\/span>: Arcadia Lodge Bunyonyi or Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort<\/p>

Meals<\/b><\/span>: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner<\/p>

Day 9: Return to Entebbe & Departure<\/b><\/p>

After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to Entebbe. Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening for your international departure (or optional overnight stay if your flight is late).<\/p>

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  • Airport transfers<\/p><\/li>

  • Ground transport in 4×4 safari vehicle<\/p><\/li>

  • Midrange accommodations (full board)<\/p><\/li>

  • English-speaking driver\/guide<\/p><\/li>

  • Park entry fees<\/p><\/li>

  • Gorilla and chimpanzee permits<\/p><\/li>

  • Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel<\/p><\/li>

  • Bigodi Wetland walk<\/p><\/li>

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    • International flights<\/p><\/li>

    • Uganda visa<\/p><\/li>

    • Personal insurance<\/p><\/li>

    • Tips and gratuities<\/p><\/li>

    • Optional activities and drinks<\/p><\/li>

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